From an extended, hot and dry summer to a rare derecho and the catastrophic fire season, 2020’s weather events drove us into the statewide drought conditions that exist today. But these extremes might not be that abnormal moving forward.
Producing its smoky elixir from prickly pear cacti is a painstaking process for the distillery, which will move into a larger space on Longmont’s Main Street in summer 2021.
In Denver, a crowd of around 700 demonstrators gathered at the Colorado State Capitol to protest the election of Joe Biden as the next president of the United States.
The former executive chef of Denver’s Mercantile Dining & Provision cooks upscale comfort food in Victorian digs on Breckenridge’s Main Street.
Local tech companies have created ways to help you become fitter, faster, calmer, and a more conscious shopper in 2021.
The updated restrictions are a welcome reprieve for business owners, but many also say it’s not enough for long-term success.
One mom shares how she learned to eliminate mealtime negotiations and reclaim the joy of family dinners.
Not eating (safely and strategically) could be the best thing for you.
These truly smart foods might just give your gray matter a boost.
A nutrition expert tells one hops-obsessed editor what she really thinks about his eating—and drinking—habits.
Three questions for the medical director of the Denver Center for Bariatric Surgery.
Dr. Larry Cohen shares what motivated him to transform his eating habits—and his health.
Wellness is on the menu at the Highland-based, health-conscious eatery.
From the doctor’s orders to your dinner plate, here’s how to translate the science of eating well into actual (delicious) meals.
A letter from the editors of 5280 Health‘s January 2021 issue.
Kids are nurtured by and in nature at City Park–based Worldmind School, which saw its enrollment double this past fall.
Satya Yoga Cooperative believes Denverites of color deserve a welcoming yoga environment—and the healing it brings—too.
The exam room of the future is Zoom (and the future, in Denver, is now).
Four notable Denver locals share the practices that boosted their mental health during a taxing 2020.
From a button that monitors your vital signs to a sleeve that can help correct your bench-press form, these Colorado companies are making futuristic medical tech—right now.
Plus: Dr. David Schneider’s top tips to make sure your implant surgery doesn’t kill you.
Probably not—but Colorado’s Health Capitol, a new shared space for wellness nonprofits, has a plan to keep its tenants as safe as possible from COVID-19.
No one grows out of autism, but adults have often been left behind when it comes to treatment, services, and funding. Lakewood’s Firefly Autism wants to change that.
No worries if you (purposely) missed the sourdough train. You’ve got a whole year ahead of you to learn something new.
Because you deserve it.
Jason Schirato, co-owner of Aspen Custom Vans shares ideas for making road tripping a little easier. Plus, where to rent and buy your hotel on wheels.
Make the most out of your seasonal road trip with these spots to eat, drink, play, and relax.
We gained a new appreciation for our state’s hallmark activities this past year.
Because it would be a shame if your new gear sat in the garage all year.
The so-called “hippie-artist-builder” paved the way for other women to lead.
Only a small percentage of scuba fans attempt the sport.
The program is designed to help under-resourced business owners launch a company. Can it help close the prosperity gap in Longmont?
The frigid sport is a pandemic-friendly way to get outside.
Let chef David Pitula’s meal kits nourish you on your next Colorado getaway.
5280 food critic Scott Mowbray searches local markets for tasty ingredients to enliven his home cooking—and yours.
The Clinic, a theater and dance company, is helping nurses struggling with compassion fatigue.
Gallery walls have grown popular in recent years—a local interior designer shows you how to nail the look.
We tell you what to expect when 2020 has primed you to expect the worst.
Everyone needs an attorney every now and again. Here, the ones you should reach out to when that time comes.
Changes to licensing in Denver, slated for early 2021, could help make the marijuana business more accessible to entrepreneurs of color.
What can a fatal backcountry skiing accident on Jones Pass, on the west side of the Continental Divide, teach us about Colorado’s snowcat outfitters? And can these quintessential Centennial State adventures ever truly be safe?
An enormous budget shortfall caused by COVID-19 led to budget cuts for law enforcement, not a collective will to defund the police.
Owner-brewer Jeffrey Smith launched Luki Brewery in Arvada in July, drawing inspiration from his family’s colorful circus history.
Chef and co-owner Paul C. Reilly estimates that the award-winning restaurants will remain closed until March at the earliest.
Studio 135’s ultra-efficient studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments prove you can sacrifice square footage without skimping on style.
From the throes of a pandemic to protests to a historic election, 2020 shaped our state in more ways than we could have ever imagined. Here, we look back at some of this year’s defining moments.
Private greenhouses, cabanas, and yurts outfitted with propane heaters and wood stoves are costing local restaurant owners thousands to keep diners cozy this winter.
From leaf peeping and car camping to pandemic-friendly excursions and more, here are 5280‘s best stories about adventuring in and around Colorado.
A fresh round of Paycheck Protection Program loans is coming, but will it be enough to keep the hospitality industry afloat?
There were no lack of big stories to cover this year. From experiencing homelessness in a pandemic to Denver’s new generation of Black leadership and the big tech company making a move to Colorado, here are the long-form stories that captured readers’ attention.
Josh Wolkon and Alexis Stovich share what they wish Denver diners knew about staying safe—and in business—during the pandemic.
Fresh off a historic playoff run with new talent to tap, the Denver Nuggets are poised for another big season. Before the team returns to play on Wednesday night, we put together a primer on the championship hopefuls.
Between COVID-19, a crazy election, and uncontrollable wildfires, 2020 didn’t produce much good news. But that doesn’t mean nothing positive happened. Here, we rounded up 10 heart-warming pieces the 5280 team produced this year.
Zorba’s in Congress Park, armed with a remodeled interior and patio and new takeout window, prepares for the future.
COVID-19 shutdowns closed offices across the Denver metro area. How will office space transform when(ever) employees finally return?
All willing residents will likely get vaccinated by summer 2021, according to the state’s phased distribution plan. But that doesn’t guarantee the end of COVID-19 in Colorado. Experts explain what it will take to effectively beat the virus—and what life may look like in the meantime.
The fast-casual restaurant, which opened on December 19, offers a heated patio, curbside pick-up, and delivery.
Pennsylvania artist Peter Olson fuses photography with ceramics in shockingly beautiful pots that reflect the viral reality of 2020.
Find out how local heroes, restaurants, and nonprofits are stepping up—and how you can pitch in.
With reduced capacities and decreased revenues devastating local gyms and fitness studios, many are going online to build community—and attempt to save their businesses.
Make the most of your winter with these pandemic-friendly holiday displays, concerts, and art walks taking place in Colorado mountain towns.
As a registered nonprofit, the Elyria-Swansea spot aims to help marginalized young adults build life skills through business experience.
COVID-19 concerns put jury trials on hold across Colorado, creating a backlog that prosecutors and defense attorneys worry could stretch well into 2021.
Buying locally made bottles for your loved ones also helps support small businesses in our community.
The 2020 Local Lab was canceled due to COVID-19, but the Boulder theater company is planning for a larger, more inclusive slate of new playwrights to feature in the new year.
